How Western Culture Influenced African Ladies Advertising for Husbands on Social Media

This is a shift you’ve seen a lot in the last 10-15 years. To assess it, you have to look at how marriage was traditionally handled in most African societies, and what...

The Quiet Politics of Kogi East

Before party delegates or qualified members gathered, before consultations ended, and before hopeful supporters filled political meetings across Kogi East, many insiders...

Senator Ogembe Emerges ADC Candidate for Kogi Central, Vows to Lead Party to Victory in 2027

By Aminu Ibrahim. Senator Ahmed Ogembe has been declared winner of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) primary election for Kogi Central senatorial district. The...

When Universities Become Political Compensation Centres, Education Dies

Nigeria’s university system is gradually being destroyed by political patronage, and many people are pretending not to see it. Yesterday night, I had a long discussion...

A Kingdom Divided: The Growing Rift Over the Igala Throne in Idah

The crack in Igala land did not begin with politics. It began with the throne. What should have stood as a sacred tree sheltering all sons and daughters of the kingdom...

Idah State Constituency: Sustaining Credible Representation, a Case for Hon. Halidu’s Continuity

By Muhammed NA Continuity in legislative representation is the bedrock of sustainable development. Be it at the grassroots, or within constituted authorities, when a...

The Politics of Imposition in Kogi

The crisis did not begin on election day. It began long before the first ballot was cast. Across parts of Kogi State, whispers of “prepared lists” and predetermined...

Safeguarding Nigeria’s Democratic Process: Issues and Prospects

By Mr. Mohammed Bello Adoke, CFR, SAN, FCI.Arb 1. Introduction I am delighted at the invitation to deliver the Keynote Address at the 2026 Annual Law Week of the...

In the Midst of Darkness, Dare to Believe Reflects the Quiet Power of Faith

In an age crowded by noise, fear, and the exhaustion of endless uncertainty, faith has become a lonely language for many people. Across cities weighed down by hardship...

Kogi United FC Qualifies for NNL Promotion Play-off

Kogi United Football Club has secured a place in the Nigeria National League (NNL) promotional playoff after topping the Abuja Center in the 2026 NLO season. Their...